The New Haven Community Development Committee is scheduled to meet in person at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, in the Board of Alders Chamber at 165 Church Street, 2nd Floor. The agenda includes three resolutions that would authorize the city to apply for and accept substantial grants from the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development.

Affordable housing at 51 Mill River Street

Resolution LM 2026 0461 would allow New Haven to seek up to $1,423,000 in state grant money and to partner with 51 Mill River Street LLC. The funds would be used to remediate a contaminated site on Mill River Street and to develop an affordable‑housing project for families in need.

Cultural center on Dixwell Avenue

Resolution LM 2026 0469 authorizes the city to apply for a grant of up to $300,000 and to work with East Rock Lodge #141 I.B.P.O.E. of W, Inc. (known as East Rock Lodge #141). The grant would support the cleanup of three properties at 321, 325 and 329 Dixwell Avenue and the creation of a cultural center that will serve the neighborhood’s residents.

Redevelopment of the Goffe Street Armory

Resolution LM 2026 0443 seeks a combined grant package of up to $13 million – up to $6 million from the Brownfield Remediation Grant program and up to $7 million from the Community Investment Fund 2030 Round 7. The money would fund the redevelopment of the historic Goffe Street Armory, turning the site into a mixed‑use project that could include housing, community space, and economic opportunities for local families.

Public participation and next steps

All three items are on file and available for public inspection at the Office of Legislative Services, 165 Church Street. Residents who wish to comment may send their remarks to [email protected]. For those needing accessibility accommodations, the city can be reached at (203) 946‑7651 (voice) or (203) 946‑8582 (TTY). In line with New Haven’s COVID‑19 guidelines, masks are now optional at the meeting.

The committee’s decisions will shape how state resources are leveraged to address affordable‑housing shortages, preserve cultural heritage, and revitalize underused properties in New Haven. By securing these grants, the city aims to strengthen families, support local traditions, and promote responsible development that aligns with the community’s values.

Original reporting: New Haven Independent — read the source article.